Bachelor of Science/Advanced Start Bachelor of Science 

With changing financial laws and tougher scrutiny of company finances, faster-than-average job growth is expected in the areas of accounting and auditing through 2016, and most of those new jobs will require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.* Job prospects will be even better for applicants who are skilled in the use of the most current accounting software and for those who hold state and national certifications in accounting.*† As new businesses emerge, more accountants and auditors will be needed to set up books, prepare taxes, and provide management advice. At Kaplan University, you can earn your bachelor's degree and could attain the required job proficiencies and credentials for a successful career in accounting.

 Prepare for Certification 

Certification is often a condition of employment for accounting jobs, and may help you stand out to employers in today's competitive job market. Successful completion of this online Bachelor of Science in Accounting program will put you on the way to meeting the educational requirements to sit for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) examinations.†

 Career Opportunities 

Organizations in nearly every industry require employees, consultants, or independent practitioners with accounting knowledge and expertise. As a graduate of this program you may pursue opportunities with public or private organizations, such as accounting firms, corporate accounting or tax departments, not-for-profit organizations, large and small businesses, and governmental agencies.‡

 Innovative Program 

If you’re looking to start or advance your career but don’t want to spend four years earning your education, we have an alternative solution for you. Our Advanced Start Bachelor of Science in Accounting option is a program that combines the career-oriented focus of a two-year program with the academic curriculum of a four-year program. Now you can obtain an education that would normally take four years in half the time.

 

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* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-2009 Edition, Accountants and Auditors, http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos001.htm (accessed May 2008).


† Although certain programs at Kaplan University are designed to prepare students to take various certification or licensing exams, the University cannot guarantee the student will pass those exams.


‡ Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job or employed at all.